Sales Officer - Agri Business, Surat

A sales officer for an agribusiness sells agricultural products like fertilizers, pesticides, and seeds by building relationships with farmers, retailers, and distributors. Key responsibilities include achieving sales targets, promoting products, managing a sales territory, providing customer support, and handling administrative tasks like reporting and payments. The role requires strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, as well as knowledge of agricultural products and markets.Key responsibilities Sales and promotion: Promote and sell agricultural products to farmers, retailers, and distributors. Territory management:  Identify and develop new business opportunities, manage a sales territory, and ensure product stock availability. Customer relationships:  Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, dealers, and retailers through regular visits and communication.Product education: Educate customers on product features, benefits, and proper usage. Customer support:  Respond to customer inquiries, address concerns or complaints, and resolve issues like product complaints or delivery problems. Sales planning:  Plan and execute sales strategies and campaigns to achieve sales targets.Reporting and administration: Maintain accurate sales records, submit regular reports, and coordinate with internal departments for support. Key skills and qualifications Skills:  Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; a customer-centric approach; and the ability to work independently and as part of ateam.Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Marketing, or a related field is often required. Knowledge:  A good understanding of agricultural products and the local market is essential. Other:  The ability to travel as needed and proficiency in sales and marketing tools may also be required.